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Government Concerned About Impact of Planned Industrial Action on Thursday 18 January

The Department of Health is extremely concerned about the potential impact of planned industrial action on Thursday 18 January.  While every effort will be made to mitigate the impact on the public, there will be widespread disruption to all aspects of health and social care services. This is expected to impact across a wide range of areas […]

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Business Community Crime Government Stormont Westminster

Postal Workers In North Must Be Exonerated – O’Neill

First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill has welcomed the British government’s decision to exonerate sub-postmasters who were impacted by the Horizon IT scandal. In a letter to the British Secretary of State today, she said that in the absence of an Executive, the British government must ensure local sub-postmasters are also covered. Michelle O’Neill said: “I […]

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O’Neill Tells Nurses There Should Be No Delay In Forming Executive and Delivering Fair Pay Rises

Speaking after meeting today with representatives from the Royal College of Nursing, First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill said there should be no more delays in forming an Executive and delivering fair pay rises for nurses and public sector workers. Michelle O’Neill said: “I’ve just met with the Royal College of Nursing to listen first-hand to […]

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Community Government Legacy Politics Stormont Westminster

TUV Blasts Proposed Provo Payday For Terrorist Relatives

TUV blasts proposed Provo payday for terrorist relatives Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister: “Years after a pension for innocent victims of violence was agreed, there are countless cases still caught up in bureaucracy. Even obviously deserving cases have moved at a snail’s pace. It is shameful that the victims’ commissioner has used his final […]

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Government Politics Stormont

New Year Message From Michelle O’Neill

Time to seize the opportunities and move forward in 2024. By Michelle O’Neill As we enter 2024, I remain absolutely determined to lead a new Executive as First Minister for All. Regardless of who you are, or where you come from, I see it as my duty as First Minister Elect to fully represent you, your family and community. And despite […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

Cooperation Needed to Secure Flood Management Plan For Camlough Lake – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has called for a joined up approach to deliver a strategy to manage water levels in Camlough lake to help protect against future flooding. The Newry and Armagh MLA spoke after a meeting with local residents and NI water at Camlough lake. Conor Murphy said: “Ensuring local homes and businesses […]

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Kimmins Urges People to Support Local Businesses this Christmas

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has urged people to support local businesses this Christmas by shopping locally. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The festive season is so important to local businesses, giving them the trade that helps them through the quieter months ahead.  “For Newry in particular, this period will be vital for many […]

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Community Government Legacy Politics Stormont

SDLP Demands Justice For Bloody Sunday Families

SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has said that there is no person and no power that will ever stop him from standing with the Bloody Sunday families in their fight for justice. Derry’s MP attended Strand Road police station this afternoon to lodge a protest after police sought to interview him under caution for walking […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont Westminster

SDLP Expresses Solidarity With Bloody Sunday Families

SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has expressed his solidarity with the Bloody Sunday families. He was speaking after it was announced Soldier F would stand trial for the murders of William McKinney and James Wray. Foyle MP Mr Eastwood said: “My thoughts are with all of the Bloody Sunday families, particularly those of William McKinney […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

Health and Care Services Over Christmas and New Year

The Department of Health is encouraging everyone to look after themselves, both physically and mentally over the Christmas and New Year period. As we head into the holidays, the Health and Social Care system including the Health and Social Care Trusts, GPs, Pharmacists and Dentists, want to assure everyone that arrangements are in place should […]

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Community Education Government Politics Stormont

Financial Crisis In Education While Government Play Truant – Aontu

Aontú Deputy Leader and Education Spokesperson Gemma Brolly has responded to the publishing of the Independent Review of Education in the North by calling for the restoration of the Executive and a properly resourced education system Mrs Brolly: “I attended the launch of the Independent Review of Education today, presented by the panel, making 25 […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

DoH Underlines Scale of Winter Pressures

The Department of Health has appealed to the public to do all it can to help the health service get through this winter.  It has highlighted the current pressures on health and social care services and the potential for these to escalate further in the coming weeks. DoH Permanent Secretary Peter May said: “Services are […]